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Pain after surgery
How long does pain last after an open abdominal surgery( 27.03.19.midline incision)I am not getting sense on touching the portions near surgery site and feeling awkward...Also having pain while laughing,coughing,sneezing..what are the restrictions after this kind of surgery...I have been advised to wear abdominal binder, for how many days should I wear it?plz tell
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You have to use abdominal Binder for 3 months and after 3 month use while doing any kind of heavy work, support the sutures site while coughing , sneezing and the activities which give stress on abdominal.
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Abdominal strengthening
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You will have to wear the binder for 3 months
Reduced Sensations around the scar is common and may persist for 6 to 8 weeks
You can start abdominal strengthening exercises after 6 weeks under supervision
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If you have severe cough or sneeze try to hold the area while sneezing
Health Tips
Don't lift heavy weights
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